Saturday afternoon features food, beverages, and open mic music in the Star Band (Red) Hall, a buffet at the Hutte restaurant, and browsing in the local shops. As you plan your mountain road trip, explore one-of-a-kind stays and traditional comforts along the way. Some attendees carried candles and lanterns as they marched through town. Pre-orders are available here. To receive our e-newsletters, weekend updates, and other fun emails, sign up below. Fasnacht is the most famous city and canton in Switzerland's Basel Stadt. Swiss immigrants brought this celebration to Helvetia in the 19th century. Witness the historic and charming Alpine-style buildings some of which date to the town's founding. Long's Family Catering & Donuts will have a stand at Glenwood Foods, 11440 Grindstone Hill Rd, from 4-7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 28 and from 5-11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 1. Nat Geo Expeditions. Bring CASH because many local businesses do not accept credit cards. Holy Sprit Lutheran Church, located at 3131 Columbia Ave., will hold its annual sale from 2-7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 28 and from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. (or until sold out) on Tuesday, March 1. 219 South 16 miles to Mill Creek, turn right onto Mill Street. Green Bank Observatory uses radio astronomy as its foundation and is a world leader in advancing research, innovation, and education. Masquerade donations appreciated ($10 per adult suggested) includes entry into masked party, light refreshments, toy prize for the children, and attendance to bonfire for the burning of Old Man Winter. (Right) Diners Roxanne Singhisen and Nick Lockyer of Pittsburgh chat at the Hutte. Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. An event every week that begins at 4:00 pm on Friday, repeating until March 31, 2023. . At midnight the efigy of Old Man Winter is cut down from the ceiling of the Community Hall, carried on the shoulders of the celebrants to the bonfire outside, and burned to signal the end of Winter. At the stroke of midnight, he's hoisted from the rafters and thrown on the awaiting bonfire to the jeers and songs of the revelers. High 78F. Iako je u igri to Sveuilite Vault-Tec, ono se temelji na Sveuilitu West Virginia u Morgantownu. Couples square dance at the foot of the Old Man Winter effigy hanging at the center of the Community Hall. Pre-orders are recommended for those seeking traditional fastnachts. Warm start to March before the next wintry mess on Friday! 19 North 20 miles to Ireland then Rt. It was settled in 1869 by Swiss craftsmen drawn by the large tracts of cheap land, beautiful mountains and plentiful forests of game. Escape the churn and burn of the daily routine and hit the road this summer. Pat Jarrett for NPR : I-79N to Flatwoods (Exit 67). (Right) Eleanor Betler. Call (717) 252-2540 or visit www.flinchbaughsorchard.com to place an order at least 24 hours before the pre-pickup date. Pat Jarrett for NPR Owing to both this seclusion and the continuous preservation efforts of determined locals, Helvetia has retained much of its Swiss character and traditions over the years. Cemetery Decoration - Sunday before Fathers Day Weekend, Follow Your Bliss Festival - Weekend after Fathers Day, Swiss National Holiday - Saturday closest to August 1, Helvetia Community Fair - Second full weekend in September, Thanksgiving Dinner - Fourth Thursday in November, Feast of Saint Nicholas Day - Saturday closest to December 5, (listed chronologically - see our Community Calendar for specific dates), Maple Syrup Festival - Third weekend in March, Ramp Supper - Third or fourth Saturday in April, Pickens School Alumni/Senior Banquet - Saturday before Mothers Day, Cemetery Decoration - Sunday of Fathers Day Weekend. Revelers watched as the ashes of Old Man Winter rose above Helvetia. The Fasnacht celebration in Helvetia, W.Va., draws revelers who soak in the Swiss culture and burn Old Man Winter in effigy. It's the tiny mountain hamlet of Helvetia in Randolph County, a small West Virginia town that fully embraces its European heritage. He said he was struck by the quaintness of the village and the kindness of the people there. The first thing that strikes you when you go is this interesting and untouched by time sort of quality you find in the town, he said. Star Band (Red) Hall. Plain, glazed, or cinnamon sugar fastnachts are $10 per dozen or $6 per half-dozen. Markus Cutlip of Buckhannon, W.Va., greeting Old Man Winter before it is burned in effigy. The Hutte, housed in an Alpine chalet painted bright gold and adorned with Swiss flags and hand-printed coats of arms, is situated, like a beacon to the village, at the town's only intersection. Heres a list of a few more, and theyre not confined just to February! Pat Jarrett for NPR First, cell phones do not receive service in Helvetia, and GPS is not reliable. For more information about this event, visitwww.helvetiawv.com, Copyright 2023 West Virginia Department of Tourism. " Being so far away from a supermarket, cooks in Helvetia have learned to improvise. At 8:30 p.m., a parade featuring large, often frightening, and quite artistic masks travels from the Red Hall to the Community Hall where the costumes are judged and the square dance begins. Two vendors at Central Market, 34 W. Philadelphia St., will be offering fastnachts for sale on Tuesday, March 1. Mike Costello and Amy Dawson of Lost Creek, W.Va., in their homemade. He went that first year with a friend, not sure of what to expect. 1995 - Terry Fasnacht. Stone Fireplace. hide caption. The warming effect is not immediate and visitors should wear plenty of clothing so they can enjoy the outdoor activities. Beginner level. (Helvetia may be short on people, but never on dancing.) The Dutch Maid Bakery has fastnachts available at both of its locations - along Kutztown Road in Temple and at the Fairgrounds Farmers Market. It culminated in a parade through the streets of the village, led by an effigy of Old Man Winter, which was then thrown atop a raging bonfire, in an effort to hasten the coming of spring. The party begins with a Swiss feast at the Hutte. WVU faculty weigh in on aftermath of chemical spill, Clay County native honored by FBI for accomplishments as Assistant U.S. Attorney, Chocolate chemistry explained by a food scientist, Sweets with a Swiss twist for Valentine's Day, Ask an expert: 7 most common questions about automatic home generators, One A Day: Small Daily Acts of Self-Care Go a Long Way to Health. Doug Davis, a longtime festival organizer and public-school teacher, seemed buoyed by the festivals return. 1993 - Dwayne Jones 33rd. Go 6 miles through Rock Cave to the WV Wildlife Center, turn right on the Alexander/Helvetia Road. In the olden days the women had a special apron they spread over their knee for making hozablatz (knee patches). The low for Sunday is 7 below zero. 8:15 p.m. 11:00 p.m. Wood for the bonfire must be collected. What's the difference?' The sampler plate at the Hutte Restaurant included parsley potatoes, sauerkraut, bratwurst, green beans, curried chicken, bread and a chunk of Swiss cheese. Pat Jarrett for NPR Whether you go for yours with powdered sugar, molasses, glazed, or just plain, here are some of the many places across Central Pennsylvania where you can find some fastnachts to chow down on. Whether you prefer a luxury retreat at a world-class resort or a rustic campsite stay under starry night skies, West Virginia has accommodations for every type of traveler. Helvetia: The Swiss of West Virginia Augusta Heritage Center of Davis & Elkins College 433K views 1 year ago Mix - So I Experienced the Real Fasnacht Event at Helvetia West Virginia &. The dance lasts until midnight, when the effigy of Old Man Winter is cut down from the rafters, carried outside and set ablaze. February 27, 2023 Faces of Fasnacht Local News Feb 21, 2023 Lori Smith The Inter-Mountain The Inter-Mountain photo by Lori Smith Creative masks some of them funny, some scary and all unique were on display Saturday as the town of Helvetia hosted the 56th Fasnacht Festival. Couples square dance at the foot of the Old Man Winter effigy hanging at the center of the Community Hall. Saubel's Markets previews Fastnacht Day in the FOX43 Kitchen. Kumbrabow State Forest sits on top of Rich Mountain along Allegheny Highlands' western edge. Fasnacht is the last wild splurge before Lent, the ancient Christian period of fasting, self reflection, penance, and abstinence from meat beginning on Ash Wednesday and lasting 40 days until Easter. Handmade Amish fastnachts are $13.99/dozen. Take Rt. The restaurant scene goes well beyond its West Virginia roots. Customers can come to the church's drive-thru to have Fastnachts delivered directly to their car. FASNACHT SCHEDULE: Saturday, February 25, 2017. Josh Wise took a photo of his wife, Blaire Wise, and their two children, Merritt, 4, and Shepherd, 8. Blooming rhododendrons. There is a pay phone near the Helvetia Star Band Hall. Lehmann said working at the Hutte for Fasnacht is like its own party. Morgantown artist Gabe Dewitt first went to Fasnacht three years ago. Es wird gelacht und gehandelt. Festivalgoers marching across the upper Trout Run stream toward the bonfire. There are the Cheese Haus and Beekeeper Inn, and the town's only restaurant The Hutte (pronounced HOO-tay) which serves traditional Swiss-German fare. Town historian Eleanor Betler, who has lived in Helvetia for 54 years, says, "Food is a very important part of any Helvetia event, because when you come at least an hour from any large town, you want food! Preorder a dozen or more fastnachts (A mix of powdered sugar and glazed supplied via Bird-in-Hand Bakery). And while the fashion in which we celebrate is changing, the meaning is not. It serves up a sample platter of delicious Swiss-German cuisine. Chance of rain 100%. Mike Costello and Amy Dawson of Lost Creek, W.Va., in their homemade masks at the Fasnacht festival in Helvetia on Sunday. I soon felt accepted by them all.. A mix of clouds and sun. : Rt. Fasnacht. Decorations must be put up, the community halls and bed and breakfasts must be prepared. Pat Jarrett for NPR The town of Helvetia embraces its Swiss culture by celebrating the end of winter and start of Lent by burning Old Man Winter at Fasnacht. In no way is it a bad thing, he said, in fact its one of the best things about being there.. High 58F. (Left) Warm light spills from the Helvetia Star Band Hall, aka, the Red Hall. The coronavirus pandemic forced its cancellation last year the first since 1967 making this years celebration all the more sweet. . Saturday afternoon features food, beverages, and open mic music in the Star Band (Red) Hall, a buffet at the Hutte restaurant, and browsing in the local shops. Mothman Sculpture Lamp. Fasnacht Day, otherwise known as Fasnacht Parade, is a seasonal public event in Fallout 76, introduced in the Wild Appalachia update . But my grandmother always used powdered sugar. When it comes to getting information about visiting the Elkins-Randolph County area its easier than ever to stay connected. Fasnacht - Helvetia, West Virginia. In Tunis locken Bunte Souks, Dfte von Gewrzen, Minze und Weihrauch in den quirligen Gassen zum Einkauf. We will be monitoring COVID percentages across the state. 20 South 12 miles to WV Wildlife Center, turn left onto Alexander/Helvetia Road. Swiss immigrants brought this celebration to Helvetia in the 19th century. Call the store at (717) 375-4115 to order. The confections are traditionally Swiss, but much like the food served at the Hutte, have taken on their own Helvetia flavor over the years. Rushing waterfalls. Eleanor Betler makes two of the traditional versions served at the Fasnacht square dance rosettes and hozablatz. (Left) Warm light spills from the Helvetia Star Band Hall, aka, the Red Hall. A crowd gathers in the Star Band Hall for live music and refreshments at last years Fasnacht. Expect the extraordinary in Randolph County, whether its farm to table, mountain trout dip, or warm, delightful peach cobbler. Fasnacht - Saturday before Fat Tuesday Ramp Supper - Last Saturday in April Cemetery Decoration - Sunday before Father's Day Weekend Follow Your Bliss Festival - Weekend after Father's Day Swiss National Holiday - Saturday closest to August 1 Helvetia Community Fair - Second full weekend in September Town Meeting - First Sunday in November The Hutte is the lone restaurant in Helvetia, W.Va. Online sales will last until supplies run out. Pops Amish Pastries will have fastnachts available at its stand until supplies last, but you can pre-order by calling (717) 515-3882 through Feb. 24. 2021Helvetia, Randolph County, West Virginia. On the Saturday night before Ash Wednesday, the people of Helvetia put on scary masks and decorate their homes with scary figures to frighten away Old Man Winter. Fasnacht is the pre-lenten burning of Old Man Winter. At the Disco breaking up after almost 20 years of music (FlipSide). The lard should be hot enough for fast frying. Rest and relax at a world-class resort or head out for a waterfall hike. Residents and visitors to Helvetia, W.Va., celebrated Fasnacht, a pre-Lenten celebration marked by the eating of rich foods and the burning an effigy of Old Man Winter on a bonfire at midnight, Feb. 14. Things slow down, my attention span grows long and wide without the chimes of Facebook notifications or emails There isnt much use for certain distracting technologies because it doesnt function very well there. Daniel Valentine in a Vault Boy costume from the online video game Fallout 76. If you'd like to have your Fastnacht location included in the list, send the information to news@fox43.com. The Beekeeper Inn is booked months in advance for Fasnacht weekend. Dutch-Maid Bakery. Like the tradition of mask making in Helvetia, music and dance can be traced back to the village's first days. In the later part of the evening, a parade featuring large, often frightening, artistic masks travels from the Red Hall to the Community Hall where the costumes are judged and a square dance begins. The Hutte is the lone restaurant in Helvetia, W.Va. Fasnacht, or carnival, in Switzerland is a joyful time when participants seize the day in masks and costumes that, some say, help them take on a new identity as they parade through town, often singing, dancing, and playing music. Walk-ins will likely be accepted, but pre-orders are recommended. hide caption. Starting in the afternoon, you will be able to join in jam sessions, listen to the sound of community coming together to eat and be merry, or browse through the local shops and mask museum. "Ladies would have a big white apron and they would roll this dough out and press them over their knee to make them real thin," says Betler. Also, visit. 1990 - Charles A. Tad Claypool 33rd. Its different from what we normally do, Lehmann said. To learn more about Fasnacht, including when, where, and how you can attend this end-of-February event yourself, visit Randolph Countys tourism website here. Welcome to spring in West Virginia. It occurs on the Saturday before Ash Wednesday and is likened to Mardi Gras. Its the tiny mountain hamlet of Helvetia in Winds SW at 10 to 20 mph.. And on Saturday evening, as the last bits of Old Man Winter were consumed by flames, festivalgoers joined in an a cappella rendition of the beloved John Denver anthem Take Me Home, Country Roads., In a Tiny Appalachian Village, a Beloved Festival Returns, https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/28/us/fasnacht-2022.html. At midnight the effigy of Old Man Winter is cut down from the ceiling of the Community Hall, carried on the shoulders of the celebrants to the bonfire outside, and burned to signal the end of Winter. But Fasnacht couldnt happen without a team of dedicated volunteers. Alcohol and soft drinks cost extra. It's washed down with ice cold local beer (made by Mailloux's grandson, who co-owns Mountain State Brewing Co. in Morgantown) served in frosted ceramic beer steins. The Helvetia General Store is also home to a Fasnacht mask museum. The patches should be cut to be about 6 or 8 inches in diameter. Kuykendall, who is originally from Moorefield, said Fasnacht is a great opportunity to reunite with many of his friends from West Virginia. In Helvetia of yore, residents would fast and refrain from even their monthly square dances during Lent, so Fasnacht was a time to partake in rich foods of all kinds, particularly doughnuts. Fastnachts canbe picked up from 7-9 a.m. or 3-5 p.m. ONLY on Tuesday, March 1. Masks like these are on display throughout the small village at hangouts like the Hutte. Tales from the West Virginia Hills Poster Mounted Grafton Monster Arm. Taylor Kuykendall, 27, a journalist who lives in Charlottesville, Va., met his girlfriend at Fasnacht two years ago. 11:00 p.m. 11:30 p.m. Go 6 miles through Rock Cave to the WV Wildlife Center, turn right on the Alexander/Helvetia Road. Fasnacht 1 W Main Street, Helvetia, WV 26224 304-924-6435 Website https://www.facebook.com/Fasnacht-Helvetia-WV-1216832358409337/?ref=br_rs The town of Helvetia embraces its Swiss culture by celebrating the end of winter and start of Lent by burning Old Man Winter at Fasnacht. The day starts at 11 a.m. Thats when the Hutte opens to the public. To receive our e-newsletters, weekend updates, and other fun emails, sign up below. Given the rural nature of the village, there are no ATMs and the nearest gas station is in Pickens, WV, five miles south of Helvetia. If she isn't writing, hiking, teaching, or gardening, Cristy is probably busy enjoying a good book and a big bowl of ice cream. They would pull a small piece of dough into a very thin patch. The cost is $1.50 a piece, $8.00 per half-dozen and $13.50 for a dozen. The period before Ash Wednesday is celebrated in New Orleans and elsewhere as Mardi Gras, but in Helvetia, West Virginia, the local people celebrate Fasnacht. From Oppis Guet's Vo Helvetia (Something Good From Helvetia). Heat some lard in a skillet or dutch oven for deep frying the patches. Get more stories delivered right to your email. Helvetia, a small Swiss village in the mountains of West Virginia, hosts Fasnacht, a pre-lenten burning of Old Man Winter, on the Saturday before Ash Wednesday. Pat Jarrett for NPR See also: Remembering the matriarch of Helvetia (with video). Create a password that only you will remember. St. Cecilia's Parish, 120 E. Lehman St., will hold a scaled-down version of its annual Fastnacht Sale on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 26 and 27. Cost is $3.25 per half-dozen and $6.25 per dozen. You can begin ordering fastnachts online as early as Feb. 7 by clicking here. 219 South 16 miles to Mill Creek, turn right onto Mill Street. Love West Virginia? When golden, turn and brown on other side. When it comes to getting information about visiting the Elkins-Randolph County area its easier than ever to stay connected. The sale will begin at 2 a.m. Saturday (yes, you read that correctly) and will last until supplies run out sometime late Sunday afternoon, organizers say. Its an inevitable result of technology and progress.. Roll out very thin. (Right) Eleanor Betler Temple. Fasnacht - Elkins-Randolph County Tourism All Events This event has passed. Were going to try very hard to hold the event. While many revelers on Saturday said they were relieved to see the tradition return, some described a sense of urgency in their desire to experience what may be West Virginias most unusual community celebration. "They said it should be thin enough to be able to read a newspaper through it." Explore wide open spaces with plenty of room to roam. On February 25, 2017 Roh will abide by the Fasnacht mantra of letting go, wear his 25th Fasnacht mask and reveal a little bit about himself. 2020 - Todd A. Rider. When it comes to getting information about visiting the Elkins-Randolph County area its easier than ever to stay connected. And she said, 'Well, you use what you have!' Visitors lined up to peek inside a log cabin decorated with artifacts from some of Helvetias original settlers. Clara Lehmann talks about the history of Fasnacht at the Hutte restaurant in Helvetia, which is owned by several members of her family. Fasnacht February 26, 2022 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Helvetia welcomes you to join us to celebrate our roughly 55th Fasnacht on February 26, 2022. A free weekly newsletter with expert sports betting insight and analysis. And as part of that Swiss identity, every February the town of Helvetia throws a massive party known as Fasnacht, to bid Old Man Winter goodbye and welcome spring with open arms. From Elkins: Rt. Helvetia, a community of just 85 people, has hosted Fasnacht for more than half a century. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph. Attendees celebrating along theupper Trout Run stream. Anyone can read what you share. He, along with a few hundred others, will shuffle their feet to a folk tune and enjoy the sounds and tastes of Fasnacht in hopes for spring. But in the late 1960s, Eleanor Mailloux, co-founder of the Hutte, restored the holiday as a public celebration and a lure to attract wintertime tourists to the secluded town. Evening headlines from the Charleston Gazette-Mail, The latest in travel and recreation around West Virginia, The daily opinion newsletter from the Charleston Gazette-Mail. Follow signs 20 miles to Helvetia. Once fried, they're covered with sugar and served. 1992 - Robert E. Gene Walls. Your purchase was successful, and you are now logged in. The prettiest girl gets on the shoulders of the tallest man and cuts down the effigy of Old Man Winter that is hanging in the middle of the room. It has its roots in the Swiss Winterfest. HELVETIA, W.Va. As the sun set below the ridgelines of the Appalachian Mountains on Saturday evening, revelers donned fantastical papier-mch masks a bright red creature with striped horns, a boar with a floral headdress, an autumn leaf and marched with gusto in an outdoor masquerade ball. This year, Fasnacht took place on February 10. Normally, I would have admitted defeat and turned back. Right now, about 10 people take care of everything. Locals and out-of-towners come together to eat, drink, dance, don over-the-top costumes and burn an effigy of Old Man Winter on a massive bonfire at midnight. Foliaged Turret Set Taxidermy Tinker's Workbench U igri se nalazi u umskoj regiji. Low 56F. Follow signs 20 miles to Helvetia. They drag it out into the snow, rough it up, and throw it onto a bonfire, showing that it's time for winter to end! New Hope Ministries steps up amid end of extra SNAP benefits, Explaining graupel: A more uncommon type of wintry precipitation, Fassnacht fundraiser benefits cancer research, prevention initiatives, Fasnacht Day: A 90 year tradition at a Columbia, Lancaster County church. - More info : Preorders are encouraged by calling the main Ric's Bread store. On a Saturday evening in 2015, I found myself in a white-out blizzard, driving up steep and curvy West Virginia back roads. Appalachia, said Joe Holmes, an attendee from Davis, W.Va., 76 miles away, is homogenizing like everything else., These little pockets of uniqueness are just drying up, he continued. Partly cloudy. From Charleston & South: I-79N to Flatwoods (Exit 67). Home of the Cryptid Sign Get Ripped Excercise Machine Hunters Lodge. Hutte Restaurant. You have permission to edit this article. Normally, I would have admitted defeat and turned back. 8:00 p.m. 8:15 p.m. Lampion (candlelight) parade Star Band Hall to Community Hall. Cryptid Taxidermy Beer Steins Display Wine Cellar Rack Cryptid Hunt Stein. The tiny remote West Virginian town of Helvetia was first settled by Swiss immigrants. Have you heard tell of West Virginias Swiss village? Outside Community Hall. Though its roots are religious, the modern incarnation is decidedly secular. We only ask that you participate with care and with public health in mind as our aging community needs lots of tenderness these days. Dave Whipp, Clara Lehmann and Heidi Arnett look over the Helvetia Community Hall ahead of the Fasnacht festival. Published April 5, 2010. Pre-orders are recommended, and the deadline to pre-order is Feb. 25. $10 per person. Cost is $5.80 per half-dozen or $11.60 per dozen. On Saturday evening, I found myself in a white-out blizzard, driving up steep and curvy West Virginia back roads. Did you know that West Virginia has its own version of Mardi Gras. Fasnacht Day 2022 is tomorrow: 10 places in Lancaster County to preorder, buy fasnachts It's almost time for Lancaster County's favorite pastry-themed holiday, Fasnacht Day. As the third most forested state, our country roads are vibrant with color and a sight to behold in the fall. 4 East (toward Rock Cave). https://www.facebook.com/Fasnacht-Helvetia-WV-1216832358409337/?ref=br_rs. It's the season where Almost Heaven comes alive. (Right) Refreshments, including Fasnacht donuts, were served at the Masked Ball at the Community Hall. The restaurant offers a sampler plate of sausage, bratwurst, sauerkraut, homemade apple sauce, bread and cheese, peach cobbler and coffee or iced tea for $18. In the later part of the evening, a parade featuring large, often frightening, artistic masks travels from the Red Hall to the Community Hall where the costumes are judged and a square dance begins. Festivalgoers both locals and dozens, if not hundreds of tourists then proceed in a masked, lamp-lit parade from one of the town's community dance halls to the other. Masks from previous Fasnachts are featured at the Fasnacht Mask Museum. Hundreds make the trek over winding mountain roads, and many spend the night either camped on the floor of the community hall or shacked up in a local residents home. Hozablatz, or "knee patches," are similarly crunchy, but thin and rectangular. It takes a small group of dedicated volunteers several days to get the town ready for an influx of Fasnacht revelers. You will receive your first email soon. Lent always begins in February or March. Pop's Amish Pastries will have fastnachts available at its stand until . (Left) Sauerkraut and sausage (foreground) cook on the stove at the Hutte Restaurant. : I-79 to Weston (Exit 99) and take Rt 33 East to Buckhannon. If you are planning on participating in the masquerade and want to eat at the Hutte, be sure to leave plenty of time between eating and the beginning of the lampion parade at 8:30 as the Hutte gets very busy between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m., Lehmann said. Contact the parish office at 717-272-4412 for additional information. And while the fashion in which we celebrate is changing, the meaning is not. Revelers burn Old Man Winter at the conclusion of last years Fasnacht. Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. From ATV excursions in small towns to scenic drives across the state, West Virginia is made for everyone. There are veal and pork bratwurst, homemade sausage, sauerkraut, parsley potatoes, green beans cooked in pork fat, peach cobbler and homemade bread with baby Swiss cheese. It has its roots in the Swiss Winterfest. 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